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Introducing the next
generation of siding.
Imagine the beauty of
ICON™ is a revolutionary
authentic cedar planks,
new product that offers
with durability that goes
unmatched speed and
beyond that of natural
ease of installation, helping
wood and fiber cement
you create structures
boards. Now add
that stand throughout the
performance that
years as a testament to
withstands the elements,
your craftsmanship.
harsh conditions and
the test of time. ICON™
Composite Siding is
exactly that—and more.
Stack
Lock
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Light and
Easy to
Handle
Concealed
Fastening
STUDfinder™
Pneumatic or
Nail Fastening
No
Caulking
Cut or
Score and
Snap
Nail-Zone Area
Moisture
Resistance
Dimensionally
Stable
Wide
Flat Face
7"
Offer your customers a
superior product. ICON™ is
the new standard in siding.
Select
Cedar™
5/8"
Panel
Projection
Paintable for
Color Flexibility
Extended
Lengths
Square
Edges
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I N S TA L L AT I O N S P E E D
Easier, faster,
one-person installation.
With lightweight and flexible planks, ICON™ allows for faster and
simpler installation. The unique self-aligning Stack Lock makes
installation by a single installer possible. The patented STUDfinder™
feature with its integrated fastening guide that takes the guesswork
out of installing. ICON™ delivers advantages other alternatives don’t.
Your time is important. ICON™ Composite Siding
is designed to not only look beautiful, but also to ensure
fast, safe and precise installation for maximum siding
performance. From its easier handling and portability to
its revolutionary features, ICON™ can reduce the total
number of man-hours by a considerable margin.
INSTALLATION
FEATURES
ICON™ Composite Siding
• Easy
Concealed
Fastening
STUDfinder™
Pneumatic or
Nail Fastening
Light and
Easy to
Handle
No
Caulking
Cut or
Score and
Snap
Nail-Zone
Area
Stack
Lock
EASE OF
HANDLING
to handle. Enables one-person
carrying and installation to minimize
the amount of installers on a job.
• A
single installer can cut several
planks at once.
• “Gives”
just enough to fit in
tight spaces.
• Unique
PLANK
ALIGNMENT
Stack Lock design selfaligns and requires no clips.
• One
person can overlap and fasten
in fewer steps.
• Allows
JOINTS
TREATMENT
for minimal expansion and
contraction, can be butted tightly
together and does not require
flashing or caulking.
• Requires
two-person handling and
installation, two installers needed
to carry multiple planks at a time,
which increases overall costs.
• Cannot
cut multiple planks at once
without risk of damage.
• Difficult
to install in tight spaces and
can crack during installation.
• One
person must hold the plank
while another measures the overlap,
aligns and fastens.
• May
expand and contract, requiring
space between planks and the need
for flashing and caulking.
• Our
NAILING
INSTALLATION
TOOLS
3
patented STUDfinder™ system
provides a precise fastening placement
guide to improve speed of installation,
accuracy, safety and performance, by
ensuring correct nail position.
Competitive Products
• Installs
with standard woodworking
tools and blades.
• Can
be easily scored and snapped.
• You’re
on your own when choosing
where to nail, perhaps missing a
stud or hitting an electrical wire.
• May
call for the use of specialized
expensive blades that dull quickly.
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SUPERIOR DURABILITY
Strength and durability
that last for years.
Thanks to its endurance and longevity, ICON™ Composite
Siding supports you by providing your customers with
peace of mind and reducing the number of callbacks.
ICON™ is able to withstand hurricane-force winds and
freezing weather, and it’s also impervious to insects. It
will maintain its beauty and functionality so you can have
confidence long after the job is done.
ICON™ is tested and proven to have reduced moisture
absorption, providing minimal expansion and contraction. Lack
of moisture absorption also means that it will not rot, mold or
decay, offering superior long-term durability. ICON™ provides
a level of performance that was never available—until now.
PLANK
FEATURES
ICON™ Composite Siding
• Absorbs
Competitive Products
minimal moisture.
• Will
Stack
Lock
STUDfinder™
Moisture
Resistance
Dimensionally
Stable
MOISTURE
RESISTANCE
not rot, contribute to the
growth of unhealthy mold or
mildew, and is not susceptible to
freezing and thawing.
• Can
be butted tightly together
with no need for flashing.
testing, can absorb enough water
to increase weight by almost half.
• This
increase in moisture can cause
rot, mold, buckling, shrinking and
degradation in appearance.
• Minimal
EXPANSION/
CONTRACTION
moisture absorption means
the planks will have little to no
expansion or contraction.
• In
• Reduces
stress on the planks and
prevents cracking and buckling.
• Can
be butted tightly together with
no unsightly gaps.
IMPACT
• Offers
a high level of impact
resistance for long-term performance.
• Prone
to expansion/contraction.
minimal 1/8" gap between planks
is required to prevent warp and
buckling from plank movement.
• A
• Susceptible
to hail damage, as well
as everyday dings, chips and cracks.
• Patented
STUDfinder™ feature ensures
fasteners will penetrate studs.
WIND
RESISTANCE
MOISTURE
ABSORPTION:
• Combination
of STUDfinder™ and
Stack Lock feature improves product
stability and contributes to superior
wind-load performance.
on nail strength to achieve
wind-load.
™
™
ICONICON
™
™
ICONICON
AFTER
AFTER 2% 2%
DAY DAY
1
1
• Depends
Competitor
Competitor
AFTER
AFTER
DAY DAY
5
5
3% 3%
Competitor
Competitor
26-29%
26-29%
28-40%
28-40%
™
™
ICONICON
AFTER
AFTER
DAY DAY
2
2
™
™
ICONICON
2% 2%
Competitor
Competitor
27-33%
27-33%
AFTER
AFTER
DAY DAY
7
7
3% 3%
Competitor
Competitor
29-42%
29-42%
The percentages show the increase in weight of the product after 1, 2, 5, and 7 days of water immersion.
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TIMELESS BEAUT Y
Beautiful from the day
it is installed through the
life of the home.
We understand that at the end of the day, it’s all about happy homeowners.
With its rich texture, highly defined shadow lines and factory-primed planks,
ICON™ Composite Siding comes ready to be painted in virtually any color.
You can select your favorite high-grade, non-oil-based exterior brand paint
and choose the ideal color, from subtle whites and creams to vibrant dark
colors, like reds or greys. ICON™ is a product you will be proud of.
Wide
Flat Face
7"
Select
Cedar™
5/8"
Panel
Projection
Paintable
for Color
Flexibility
Extended
Lengths
The solid wood look and feel of ICON™ Composite Siding is
unmistakable. This distinctive character is created through its wide
flat face and squared edges—and is complemented beautifully
with a Select Cedar™ TrueTexture™ finish emulating real wood.
Its 16' plank lengths produce a more beautiful finish by creating
fewer seams than standard length planks. Each plank is secured
with hidden fasteners, which eliminates visable nail heads.
Square
Edges
PLANK
FEATURES
ICON™ Composite Siding
• Solid
LOOK AND
FEEL
plank and wide 7" reveal
provide the realism of cedar
wood planks.
Competitive Products
• Is
PLANK
LENGTHS
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constant—and often
expensive—maintenance.
virtually maintenance-free.
• Longer
16' plank lengths mean
fewer unsightly seams and a more
attractive, finished look.
• Unique
FASTENING
• Requires
hidden fastener system
eliminates visible nail heads for
a cleaner aesthetic.
• Shorter
12' plank lengths not only
mean more unsightly seams, but
also more unsightly expansion gaps.
• Face
nailing may be required and
not only compromises overall looks,
but also increases potential for
cracked panels during installation.
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T H E N E W S TA N D A R D
ICON™ at glance.
ICON™ Composite Siding is an exceptional choice for bringing your
absolute best to every project.
Here’s an up-close look at some of the leading features that deliver
distinct advantages in installation, performance and looks that will last.
The New Standard in Siding
Timeless beauty
STUDfinder
™
Select
Cedar™
Extended
Lengths
Square
Edges
Stack
Lock
Extra-long panels, defined square edges that produce dramatic shadow lines,
realistic Select Cedar™ woodgrain, and hidden fastening system—all work
together to perfect the look of real wood.
With a product warranty backed by CertainTeed and Saint-Gobain, the
world’s largest manufacturer of building products, ICON™ is a product that
defines a new era.
STUDfinder™
Patented design feature helps
identify wall stud place.
Ensures accurate installation
every time.
Stack Lock
Self-aligning after
the first plank.
A single installer can
hang the plank.
Contributes to superior
wind-load performance.
TrueTexture™ Select
Cedar™ Finish
Molded from
cedar planks.
Creates an authentic
woodgrain.
Installation speed and ease
Moisture-Resistant
Will absorb minimal moisture.
The planks can be butted tightly
together with no need for flashing.
ICON™ was developed to help you get the most profit from your man-hours.
Lightweight and flexible, these planks are easy to handle and transport,
reducing the number of installers needed on the jobsite. Patented
STUDfinder™ and the unique Stack Lock feature provide a trouble-free
installation every time.
Durability and performance
Engineered for longevity, ICON™ withstands use, abuse and the test of
time. Our patented formulation delivers superior performance. Minimal
moisture absorption virtually eliminates expansion and contraction,
meaning ICON™ planks can be butted closely together without unsightly
gaps or the need for caulking or flashing.
The choice is obvious
XL 16 Foot Length
Ensures less seams on
the wall.
Creates a better looking
finished job.
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Square Edges
Casts deep shadow lines.
Emulates the look of
wood planks.
In every category that’s important to you and your customers, ICON™
Composite Siding has set a new standard that other siding products
just can’t match. For details, pricing, samples and literature, contact your
local CertainTeed representative.
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